Tender Title: Supply of Bed Mattress (V2) Conforming to IS 13489

Tender Reference Number: f53e1e9c

Issuing Authority

The Central Armed Police Forces under the Ministry of Home Affairs is the issuing authority for this tender.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to supply a total of 6,936 units of Bed Mattress (V2) conforming to Indian Standard IS 13489. The beds will be utilized for personnel within the Central Armed Police Forces, necessitating mattresses that offer durability, comfort, and compliance with specified quality standards. Selected vendors are expected to fulfill the requirement efficiently while ensuring high-quality production standards.

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in this tender, bidders must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• The bidder must be a legally registered entity with relevant business licenses.
• The bidder must provide evidence of previous successful contracts involving similar supplies.
• Compliance with local policies and regulations pertaining to manufacturing and procurement will be essential.

Technical Requirements

The Bed Mattress (V2) should adhere strictly to the following technical specifications:

• Must conform to the IS 13489 standards.
• Composed of high-quality materials to ensure both durability and comfort.
• Detailed product specifications should be outlined in the submission documentation.

Financial Requirements

Bidders must be prepared to provide financial statements, including:

• Evidence of capability to finance the quantity of goods requested.
• Submission of the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as specified.
• Cost breakdown for each mattress and total pricing options.

Document Submission Details

Interested bidders must submit the following documents:

• Technical proposal detailing compliance with technical specifications.
• Financial proposal including EMD and pricing.
• All submissions must be in acceptable formats such as PDF and must meet the specifications outlined in the tender documentation.

Special Provisions

A provision exists for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups to benefit from this tender, allowing them to participate under favorable conditions. Bidders must indicate their MSE or startup status in their submissions.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation of bids will comprise:

• Technical evaluation based on product compliance with standards and quality.
• Financial evaluation where price competitiveness will be key.
• Preference may be given to MSEs and startups to promote local procurement.

Delivery Locations

The deliveries will be made to specified locations within the jurisdiction of the Central Armed Police Forces. The exact delivery points will be communicated to the successful bidders post-evaluation.

Contact Information

For further inquiries and clarification, bidders are encouraged to reach out through the official communication channels provided within the tender documentation.